Project Manager - Agricultural Technology & Innovation

Placements24; Paarl; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary

Project-based bonuses

Groundbreaking agritech solutions

Sustainable farming impact

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative remote environment

Travel to project sites or industry<br

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead cutting-edge agritech projects that enhance farming through technology. This fully remote role focuses on Paarl-based initiatives and requires a strong blend of project management, technical understanding, and passion for sustainable agriculture.

You will manage development and implementation of precision farming tools, data analytics platforms, and sustainable agri-tech solutions, coordinating with researchers, developers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Experience with software development, data analytics, IoT, or precision agriculture.
• Familiarity with Agile or other iterative project management methodologies.
• Excellent remote leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsabilités

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of agritech development and implementation projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources with efficient allocation.
• Coordinate with research teams, software developers, agronomists, and external partners.
• Identify and mitigate risks in a remote setting.
• Facilitate virtual meetings, workshops, and progress updates.
• Ensure successful integration of new technologies into operations.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in agricultural technology.

Connaissances

Project management

Remote leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Agile methodologies

Data analytics

IoT & sensors

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field

Outils

PM software

Remote collaboration tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, an innovator in agricultural technology, is seeking a forward-thinking Project Manager to lead cutting-edge projects focused on enhancing farming practices through technology. This is a remote role, allowing you to contribute from anywhere, with a focus on projects based in or impacting the Paarl, Western Cape agricultural hub. You will be responsible for managing the development and implementation of new agritech solutions, including precision farming tools, data analytics platforms, and sustainable agricultural technologies. This position requires a blend of technical understanding, project management acumen, and a passion for sustainable agriculture. If you are driven by innovation and want to make a tangible impact on the future of farming, this remote opportunity is ideal.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of agritech development and implementation projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization.
• Coordinate with research teams, software developers, agronomists, and external partners.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing challenges in a remote setting.
• Facilitate virtual meetings, workshops, and communication to ensure alignment and progress.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular status updates to senior management.
• Ensure the successful integration of new technologies into existing agricultural operations.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in agricultural technology and innovation.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably within the agricultural technology or innovation sector.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects involving software development, data analytics, IoT, or precision agriculture.
• Familiarity with Agile or other iterative project management methodologies.
• Excellent remote leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools and project management software.
• Passion for sustainable agriculture and technology's role in its advancement.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setup.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Competitive salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking agritech solutions.
• Contribute to sustainable farming practices and the future of agriculture.
• Professional development opportunities in a rapidly growing field.
• Collaborative and innovative remote work environment.
• Potential for travel to project sites or industry events.